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Purple Bootie Coziness

One of the first things I learned when I moved to NYC was big bulky sweaters and jackets don’t always do the trick when it comes to staying warm. The Georgia girl in me—who’d only seen snow once or twice in my 20+ years—always thought the bigger the jacket, the better! Boy, was I wrong! I’d see seasoned New Yorkers walking around in jackets that were much thinner than mine and yet they looked far warmer. What gives?! I quickly learned that it’s all about layering and thinking smart.

This outfit is the perfect lesson in strategic warmth. The only time I ever regret cutting my hair is during the cooler months. You don’t know cold until you’ve walked around in freezing cold wind with no hair on your head! It will seriously have you rethinking your life decisions. Lol. But always remedy that problem with a hat. This one I bought from Topshop my first year in NYC. I like the beading on it, because it’s the perfect way to accessorize and keep the visual interest even when your hair is completely covered. Win/win.

Now you guys know me…I can’t never wear enough black. But these cobalt blue booties from Shoedazzle are the perfect pop of color for an otherwise dark palette. I’m obsessed with them! Tight plus a thick, chunky scarf to keep my neck warm (my grandmother would be so proud!) and I’m good to go!

I’m FINALLY learning the trick about layering too and I’m proud to say that the giant padded lined quilted monster puffer of a coat that I bought my freshman year of college (try moving from southern california to cambridge massachusetts), has finally been retired. Like, wearing a turtleneck and a scarf with another shirt underneath is more than enough warmth with a nice cute coat on top : ) And i relate to the no/short hair struggle in the winter. My ears will never be the same they are just constantly exposed it’s horrible but c’est la vie